ADHD Mums

52. Why Most Planners Fail ADHD Mums (and How to Finally Make One Work) [Solo Episode] with Jane McFadden


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Feeling like traditional planners just don’t work for your ADHD brain? You’re not alone. This episode dives into why typical systems fail us and how value-aligned planning can help you ditch the guilt, reduce overwhelm, and focus on what really matters.

👉 Grab the ADHD Mums Planner – designed to work with your brain, not against it. It’s packed with tools for task management, guilt-free resets, and value-based planning. Get it here.

Timestamps (approx.)

  • 1 min: Why traditional planners don’t work for ADHD mums.
  • 3 mins: The moment I realised my values weren’t guiding my decisions.
  • 7 mins: How to simplify planning and focus on what truly matters.
  • 12 mins: The science behind value-aligned living – and how it boosts happiness.
  • 18 mins: Easy strategies for building a flexible, ADHD-friendly planning system.


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Key topics covered in this ep: ADHD mums Value based planning Overcoming overwhelm ADHD friendly planners Flexible planning strategies Prioritising what matters Guilt free resets ADHD mental load Task management for neurodivergent mums Reducing burnout Aligning actions with values Building an ADHD-friendly life Practical planning tips Neurodivergent productivity hacks Balancing family and priorities Simplifying daily routines

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